Older homes Hot lime pointing: why Cumbria's older stone homes need it If your house was built before about 1919, the mortar between its stones was almost certainly lime - and repointing it with modern cement is quietly damaging it. 24 August 2026 · 6 minute read
Home maintenance Burst pipes and winter emergencies: a Cumbrian homeowner's checklist The cheapest emergency callout is the one you never need. Ten minutes this autumn can save you a ruined ceiling in January. 24 August 2026 · 5 minute read
